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Practicing physician assistant in nutrition, prevention, integrative and lifestyle medicine since 1983 who will discuss practical guidelines and share links and research dealing with individual, community and societal health through personal commentary and interviews. stayinghealthytoday.substack.com

  1. "Clinical Pearls" in Assessing and Treating 'Spike Protein' Heart Related Conditions in the Era of Covid Vaccines and Infections - An Interview with Dr. Peter McCullough...

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    "Clinical Pearls" in Assessing and Treating 'Spike Protein' Heart Related Conditions in the Era of Covid Vaccines and Infections - An Interview with Dr. Peter McCullough...

    Dr. Peter McCullough's "Clinical Pearls" in Assessing and Treating "Spike Protein" Related Heart Conditions (clots, myocarditis/pericarditis, A. Fib, MI, stroke, etc.) in the Era of Multiple Covid Vaccines and Repeated Covid Infections. Peter A. McCullough™, MD, MPH6320 LBJ Freeway, Suite 221Dallas, Texas 75240Office: 214-272-7707 / Fax: 214-272-0462‍petermcculloughmd@gmail.com * Dr. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, www.peteramcculloughmd.com (scroll down page for links to Bio, The McCullough Protocol™ (algorithm), Base Spike Detoxification™ Protocol (algorithm), The Courage to Face COVID-19 (book), Courageous Discourse with Dr. Peter A. McCullough™ and John Leake, Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, U.S. Senate and Congressional Testimony) * President, McCullough Foundation, www.mcculloughfnd.org * Author, FOCAL POINTS * The McCullough Report * Author, Courage to Face COVID-19: Preventing Hospitalization and Death While Battling the Bio-Pharmaceutical Complex and NYT Best Seller Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality _______________________________________________ Dr. McCullough is an internist, cardiologist, epidemiologist holding degrees from Baylor University, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, University of Michigan, and Southern Methodist University. Dr. McCullough has broadly published on a range of topics in medicine with > 1000 publications and > 700 citations in the National Library of Medicine. Dr. McCullough is a well-known public figure in medicine and is a frequent contributor on numerous mainstream and independent media platforms. He has testified multiple times in the US Senate, US House of Representatives, European Parliament, and many state capitals concerning public health policy. Otter.AI Generated Transcript Highlights with Peter McCullough MD and Kirk Hamilton PAC (edited by Kirk Hamilton PAC) Overview * Prescribe colchicine 0.6 mg/d for 1 year and recommend the Ultimate Spike Detox supplement for patients with mild pericarditis or subclinical myocarditis. * Encourage patients to sweat regularly through exercise or infrared sauna to help eliminate spike protein from the body. * Kirk discusses his personal journey of treating himself for Covid and others using The McCullough Protocol™ and FLCC (Independent Medical Alliance IMA) protocols. * Kirk's personal cancer journey is mentioned and Dr. McCullough asks about Kirk Hamilton’s alternative treatments using repurposed drugs (ivermectin, mebendazole), nutraceuticals, IV therapy and meditation. * Kirk recounts his diagnosis of colon cancer in September of 2023 and his decision to use repurposed drugs, nutraceuticals, IV vitamin C and meditation for treatment. * He describes his experience with ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine as preventive measures before getting COVID-19 vaccines in January and February 2021. * He discusses the challenges and successes of his treatment, including tumor size not decreasing but no metastases and eventually undergoing surgery of a 8 cm mass with no cancer spread. * Dr. McCullough's shares insights on Spike Protein and Cancer. * Dr. McCullough explains the long-term nature of colon cancer and the impact of Kirk's lifestyle changes and stress during the pandemic. * Kirk shares his experience with ivermectin “overdose” and its side effects, including visual disturbances and syncopal episodes at doses between 2-4.5 mg/kg of Ivermectin. * They discuss the importance of monitoring spike protein antibodies and the use of the Ultimate Spike Detox for treatment. Treatment Approaches and Nutraceuticals * Dr. McCullough outlines the use of the Ultimate Spike Detox and other nutraceuticals like nattokinase, bromelain, and curcumin for spike protein detoxification. Standard dose 2 tablets twice daily on empty stomach. Watch for bruising. * Kirk shares his current treatment regimen, including the use of the Ultimate Spike Detox and additional nutrients. * Dr. McCullough and Kirk Hamilton PA discuss the importance of taking the Ultimate Spike Detox on an empty stomach and the potential for bruising due to high doses of nattokinase. * Dr. McCullough emphasizes the role of enzymes like nattokinase in breaking down the spike protein and bromelain may add to the blood thinning and bruising effect. Cardiovascular Conditions and Spike Protein * Dr. McCullough explains the impact of the spike protein on cardiovascular conditions, including myocarditis, pericarditis, and atrial fibrillation. * He describes the common symptoms of myopericarditis and the importance of using the Ultimate Spike Detox 4-8 capsules daily (watching for bruising) and colchicine at 0.6 mg/d for treatment. Colchicine is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. It should be given for a year with the Ultimate Spike Detox. * They discuss the use of blood tests like D-dimer (clotting), troponin (heart muscle damage), galectin-3 (marker of heart tissue fibrosis), BNP (heart failure), and CRP (inflammation) for detecting vascular injury myocarditis/pericarditis. * Dr. McCullough highlights the role of the spike protein in causing blood clots and the need for blood thinners in combination with the Ultimate Spike Detox (again being aware of bruising to reduce dose). Nutraceutical Support for Heart Conditions * Dr. McCullough recommends nutraceuticals like CoQ10 (800 mg/d), L-carnitine (500 mg/d), selenium (200 mcg/d), B vitamins (especially thiamine), and beet root extract for heart health (Healthy Heart) * He discusses the importance of magnesium malate (800-1200 mg/d) for controlling atrial fibrillation (Ultimate Spike Detox and colchicine 0.6 mg/d) * Dr. McCullough emphasizes the important of exercise and sweating in detoxifying the spike protein. * Dr. McCullough emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to treating spike protein-related cardiovascular conditions, including lifestyle changes and nutraceutical support. Future of Vaccines and Immunizations * Dr. McCullough expresses his belief that the COVID-19 vaccines will not be pulled off the market despite their disastrous results. He notes people are not taking them anymore. * He discusses the rising rate of autism and the potential link between vaccines and autism. * They mention the recent press conference by Trump and RFK today and the ongoing debate about the safety of vaccines and immunizations. * Dr. McCullough shares his personal decision to stop taking vaccines and his advice to his son, who is in medical school, to avoid them. Conclusion and Final Thoughts * Kirk thanks Dr. McCullough for his insights and contributions to the discussion. * They emphasize the importance of sharing credible information about spike protein-related diseases and the negative impact of vaccines. * Dr. McCullough reiterates the need for a holistic approach to treating spike protein conditions, including lifestyle changes, nutraceuticals, and medical interventions. * Kirk concludes the interview by expressing his gratitude and encouraging listeners to seek out reliable information and support and above links to educational resources. Highlights… ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE - BLOOD TEST - Phosphorylated Tau-217 - New Blood Test for Preclinical Alzheimer's Disease. Available at Lab Corp, Phosphorylated Tau-217 had 79% Positive Predictive Value. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Sep 20, 2025.1) Plasma Phosphorylated Tau 217 to Identify Preclinical Alzheimer Disease.2) Lab Corp - Lumipulse® pTau-217/Beta Amyloid 42 Ratio, Plasma, Test Number 505809 BANNING COVID VACCINES - TWO SURGEON GENERALS - Two Surgeon Generals Now Stand on the Right Side of History. Florida’s Dr. Joseph Ladapo is no longer alone — Louisiana’s Dr. Ralph Abraham has now joined him in warning against deadly COVID mRNA shots. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Sep 13, 2025. COVID 19 SPIKE PROTEIN ANTIBODY TESTING - LAB CORP ON DEMAND - TEST NUMBER 164090 COVID 19 ANTIBODY TEST - 86769 Dr. Peter McCullough explains test and need for it as well at “Ultimate Spike Protein Detoxification (video 5:05 min:sec) NON-VIOLENT CHANGE - CHARLIE KIRK - DIALOGUE TO THOSE WHO DISAGREE WITH YOU. Erika Kirk, wife of Charlie Kirk addresses media for first time since her husband was killed. Erika Kirk’s talk at memorial. Forgiveness of assassin. YouTube, Sep 12 & 22, 2025. NON-VIOLENT CHANGE - Charlie Kirk Murdered: No "Far Right" Riots. No riots, looting, and burning of cities following the cold-blooded murder of a beloved cultural figure. John Leake, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Sep 12, 2025. SPIKE PROTEIN DETOX - Discover the Spike Protein Detox Guide – by World Council for Health. A digest of the latest knowledge and insights, informed by ethical scientists, independent researchers and health practitioners. World Council for Health, Sep 20, 2025. SPIKE PROTEIN DETOX GUIDE. Nutrition, Prevention and Integrative Medicine… ADDICTION - CANNABIS - High-THC Cannabis Products Linked to Immediate Psychosis and Addiction. The link is based on a new review of 99 studies involving more than 220,000 people. George Citroner, EPOCH Times, 9/19/2025. AGING - Strength Training Linked To Longer Telomeres & Slower Aging, By Ava Durgin, MindBodyGreen, September 19, 2025.1) Telomere Length and Biological Aging: The Role of Strength Training in 4814 US Men and Women. “…adults who strength trained regularly had significantly longer telomeres and therefore less biological aging than adults who did not strength train…” AUTISM - CHILDHOOD VACCINES - Compelling scientific evidence that vaccines currently used worldwide cause Autism Spectrum Disorder was presented at CONBRAIM in Brazil this month. Expert Brazilian neurologist and researcher, Professor Cicero Coimbra, says it is urgent that we acknowledge that vaccines cause Autism and put a stop to childhood vaccination. Tess Lawrie, MBBCh, PhD​, Aug 28, 2025. BRAIN DAMAGE - CELL PHONES - NEW STUDY: Cell Phone Radiation at 20×

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  2. Doctor's Against Forced Organ Harvesting ...The Chinese Communist Party's Intentional Genocide of Falun Gong Practitioners (and other faiths)...An Interview with Dr. Jessica Russo, PsyD

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    Doctor's Against Forced Organ Harvesting ...The Chinese Communist Party's Intentional Genocide of Falun Gong Practitioners (and other faiths)...An Interview with Dr. Jessica Russo, PsyD

    Co-Sponsor the Falun Gong Protection Act (sign here) This is not just about helping a persecuted faith group in a distant country (China). Stopping the CCP’s forced organ harvesting is protecting us here in the United States by weakening the CCP and their “unrestricted warfare” practices being waged against the U.S. and free people from around the world. We should be thanking and supporting Falun Gong practitioners, especially in China, no matter what faith we practice. They are standing courageously for freedom of religion.Contact Your Representative… Senator Congress H.R.1503 - Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2025, 119th Congress (2025-2026)H.R.1540 - Falun Gong Protection Act, 119th Congress (2025-2026) S.817 - Falun Gong Protection Act 119th Congress (2025-2026) ORGAN HARVESTING - FORCED - LIVE - Their Fathers’ Organs Were Stolen in China: The Xi–Putin Hot Mic Opens Fresh Wounds. The unguarded talks between Xi and Putin captured global attention and again catapulted the organ harvesting issue into the spotlight.Eva Fu, EPOCH Times, 9/9/2025. DAFOH SPECIAL REPORT: “Forced Organ Harvesting from Living People in China, April 25, 2024. ( DAFOH.ORG ) * “…The Kilgour/Matas report in July 2006 established the first credible investigative document by presenting recorded phone calls with staff in Chinese hospitals…provided evidence of China’s transplantation crimes…” * …In 2019, we reached a critical mass of information when the China Tribunal, chaired by Sir Geoffrey Nice, KC, reviewed the available evidence and concluded: Forced organ harvesting from living people has occurred and continues to occur in China, with Falun Gong , a spiritual discipline in the tradition of Buddhist principles, being a main target…” (in DAFOH Special Report, page 5) * Evidence… REFERENCES 2019 * Analysis of official deceased organ donation data casts doubt on the credibility of China’s organ transplant reform; M.P. Robertson, R.L. Hindi, J. Lavee; BMC, Nov. 2019 2018 * State-organized Criminal Forced Organ Harvesting; Torsten Trey, David Matas; Journal of Trafficking and Human Exploitation 2017-2; published February 2018 * Determination of Death in Execution by Lethal Injection in China; Norbert W. Paul, Arthur Caplan, Michael E. Shapiro, Charl Els, Kirk C. Allison, Huige Li; Cambridge Quarterly of Healthcare Ethics (2018), 27, 459–466 2017 * Human rights violations in organ procurement practice in China; Norbert W. Paul, Arthur Caplan, Michael E. Shapiro, Charl Els, Kirk C. Allison and Huige Li; February 2017 2016 * Transplant Medicine in China: Need for Transparency and International Scrutiny Remains, Trey et al, AJT; September 2016 2015 * Historical development and current status of organ procurement from death-row prisoners in China, Allison et al, BMC; December 2015 2014 * Organ Procurement from Executed Prisoners in China, Sharif et al, AJT; July 2014 * Open Letter from TTS to Xi Jinping; March 2014 2013 * Jeremy Chapman_China and the organ trade; Dec 2013 * Transplant ethics under scrutiny - responsibilities of all medical professionals. CMJ_Trey, Caplan, Lavee; Feb 2013; Croat Med J. 2013;54:71-4 2008 * Transplants in Foreign Countries Among Patients Removed from the US Transplant Waiting List_Merion et al.; 2008; American Journal of Transplantation 2008; 8 (Part 2): 988–996 2007 * The Death Penalty and Organ Transplantation in China: The Role of Academic Heart Surgeons; S Beholz, R Kipke; JHLT; 2007; J Heart Lung Transplant 2007, 126:873–5. PERSECUTION OF FALUN GONG PRACTITIONERS IN CHINA, ABROAD AND UNITED STATES… Faluninfo.net * What is Falun Gong - Falun Gong combines meditation and gentle exercises (similar to yoga or tai chi, qigong like) with a moral philosophy centered on the tenets of “Truthfulness, Compassion, and Tolerance” (YouTube Explanation) * The History of Falun Gong - The Practice was Introduced in China May 1992 * Popularity - rapid growth due to health benefits and resurgence of traditional Chinese Culture - by 1998 official Chinese records estimated 70 to 100 million people had taken up this popular practice. * “…The virtues of Falun Gong’s teachings rekindled the values of China’s traditional past: the strength and honesty of Taoism, the compassion and goodness from Buddhism, and the wisdom to deal with people and social settings with righteousness and tolerance from Confucianism…” * Falun Gong was first introduced to the public in China but today people in over 100 countries have taken up the practice. * Why Are Now Falun Gong Practitioner Now Persecuted in China and by the CCP Abroad, even in the United States “…In July 1999, a brutal campaign targeted the 100 million people practicing Falun Gong, as well as their relatives, friends, and coworkers. In a draconian crackdown not seen since the Cultural Revolution, book burning, mass-arrests and imprisonment, torture and forced reeducation were unleashed across China. Virtually everyone in China was either targeted or forced to be complicit…” * Forced Organ Harvesting of Falun Gong Practitioners in China Kirk’s Comments on Falun Gong… * Falun Gong practitioners are some of the most Gandhi like people I know. Three words sum up there philosophy, “Trustfulness, Compassion and Tolerance (Forbearance)”. * Falun Gong practitioners are a threat to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) not because of physical violence but because they are truly an example of hope for the Chinese people and oppressed people around the world who are under authoritarian rule. * These courageous people (Falun Gong), especially practicing in China, bring great hope for freedom of religion and beliefs throughout the world. * Live organ harvesting of any people is heinous and unthinkable and if stopped in China (CCP) it will send a message to the world that this is an intolerable practice. If not stopped in China I believe it could directly effect American lives on our mainland some day. * We should as Americans (and those in the free world) thank and support Falun Gong practitioners in China as they literally are sacrificing their lives by continuing their spiritual practice challenging the authoritarian Chinese Communist Party (CCP) while doing it non-violently. They continue to grow in number around the world. Falun Gong practitioners are “fighting” for our freedom indirectly by exposing the CCP’s evil by defying them non-violently by continually practicing and spreading their faith. Kirk’s Thoughts on Dr. Jessica Russo’s Interview… Dr. Russo’s interview just reminded me there are really good people in this world who are informed about this issue and are not willing to let it “slide.” She also sees the bigger picture of where this practice (forced organ harvesting) might go if it is not stopped soon. It won’t just be the suffering of the directly persecuted prisoners of conscience but eventually our lives and freedoms in the U.S. may be directly be effected. The Falun Gong practitioners in China are really “lights” to the world and have moved many Chinese away from the Chinese Communist Party which hopefully will lead to their demise and true freedom for the Chinese people in China and abroad. Kirk’s Thoughts on Charlie Kirk who was Assassinated Yesterday (September 10. 2024)…. “When discourse ends, violence begins,” Kirk was fond of saying. On a day when I was interviewing Dr. Russo on man’s incredible inhumanity to man regarding conducting “Live Organ Harvesting” of Falun Gong practitioners and other prisoners of conscience (Uyghurs, Tibetans, Christians…) Charlie Kirk, a self-made “young” man (31 years old) who didn’t got to college, who became a successful entrepreneur, student organizer, author, political influencer, American patriot, educator of college students was assassinated while doing his life’s passion… speaking to college students respectfully about conservative American and good human values like family, having a home, children, believing and practicing your faith. He leaves two beautiful young children and loving wife. Here is really all I want to say about Charlie Kirk’s life. I admired him greatly, not because I agreed with everything he said, maybe 70-80%, but because he wanted to have dialogue with people who disagreed with him. He sincerely wanted youth in their formative and college years to have more hope for their future. To think about marriage, having children, a home, a good job, time to be with their family and practice their faith. I envied the way he could argue articulately without getting emotional or insulting. Mostly I will remember him for asking those students who disagreed with him to come to the front of the line to ask him questions, challenge him and to dialogue! He always wanted the people who disagreed with him to come to the front of the line and share their views first. He felt true dialogue with those you don’t agree with is the only way to avoid violence…I agree. VIOLENCE — CHARLIE KIRK - Breaking: Charlie Kirk is Dead- President Trump just announced the passing of the young man who welcomed debate and never advocated violence. No arrest has been made. John Leake, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Sep 10, 2025. Highlights… VACCINES - - FLORIDA - MANDATORY - Dr. Joseph Ladapo Leads a Reformation. The Florida Surgeon General pledges to end vaccine mandates, thereby affirming the primacy of liberty in the United States. John Leake, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Sep 07, 2025. “…I think it’s a marvelous twist of history that we needed a young man from Nigeria to remind us that, here in the United States, we value individual liberty over the protections promised by a paternalistic state…” Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality Hardcover – July 29, 2025 by John Leake (Author), Peter A. McCullough MD MPH (Author) ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION - FORCED - CHINA - XI - PUTIN - Xi

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  3. Do Patients With Endometriosis Have Impaired Intestinal Permeability Compared to Healthy Controls and Patients with Pelvic Pain Without Endometriosis?

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    Do Patients With Endometriosis Have Impaired Intestinal Permeability Compared to Healthy Controls and Patients with Pelvic Pain Without Endometriosis?

    Shanti Mohling, MD, FACOGNorthwest Endometriosis and Pelvic Surgery511 SW 10th Ave, Suite 907, Portland, OR 97205503-715-1377 / Fax 503-715-2717Shantimohling@gmail.com “Intestinal permeability and endometriosis: a pilot investigation ” Journal of Endometriosis and Uterine Disorders, September 2023, Volume 3,100045 9/2025 Kirk’s Comments on Interview… Fond Memories of the Power of Food Elimination…I was very excited about this interview because it reinforced a major belief and long-standing practice of mine as an integrative medicine physician assistant: that individual foods—or patterns of food consumption—can cause virtually any symptom, symptom complex, or systemic disease. This understanding dates back to my very first job as a physician’s assistant in an integrative medicine practice in May 1983, where nearly every patient was placed on a two-week “detox.” The protocol consisted of a green smoothie (with psyllium seed husks and basic vitamins) and daily coffee enemas to “stimulate” liver detoxification. Nothing else was eaten. I remember it well—it was a kind of slimy, green drink. The bottom line was simple: patients were removed from their usual food patterns. Most patients came in with multiple complaints, often linked to unhealthy diets. Or others ate what seemed like a pristine diet but regularly consumed one or two foods that “looked healthy” but triggered sensitivity—such as eggs, sprouted grain bread, sourdough, yogurt or coffee (it could be any frequently eaten whole food…). One person’s health food could easily be another’s source of chronic symptoms. In just six months at that practice, I witnessed nearly every patient experience improvements in their symptoms or disease complex during or after this two-week elimination diet. It didn’t matter what their initial complaints were—almost always, something improved. Working Hypothesis…My working hypothesis is that removing the patients “normal foods” (some offending?) gave the gut time to heal. Most gut cells from the stomach to rectum take somewhere between 3–7 days to regenerate. Intestinal permeability can improve from weeks to months. I suspect that excessive antigen uptake that fuels immune activation was reduced immediately by eliminating commonly eaten offending foods, and, over time as intestinal permeability was reduced. This “quieted” the immune system and lead to symptom relief—sometimes immediately, sometimes after weeks or months on a low “food intolerance” regimen. The “magic” wasn’t just in food removal; it was in the gut’s opportunity to repair itself. Depending on diet and fiber intake, the microbiome (intestinal bacteria) can take months to re-balance which is where systemic disease can be slowed, stopped or even reversed. What Do Food Sensitivities or Diet Have to Do with Endometriosis?…This experience is directly relevant to Dr. Mohling’s research. She and her colleagues found a significantly higher degree of intestinal permeability in patients with endometriosis compared to those with pelvic pain alone or healthy controls. This suggests that food—directly or indirectly, through intestinal permeability and microbiome disruption—“may” play a role in triggering or healing endometriosis (or symptom reduction) in susceptible individuals. The key question is whether increased intestinal permeability precedes endometriosis or is a consequence of the disease. It may be both: a contributing factor and a byproduct, creating a vicious cycle. Endometriosis Tissue: Similar but Not the Same…Dr. Mohling explained a compelling hypothesis: that endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus may originate during gestation. This tissue is similar to, but not identical with, uterine endometrial lining. When exposed to inflammatory cytokines, it can become symptomatic endometriosis in and around the abdominal cavity and organs. Rather than relying solely on the retrograde menstruation theory, this explanation offers a clearer mechanism: physiologic events such as increased intestinal permeability or altered microbiota may drive inflammation that stimulates these ectopic tissues. Kirk’s “Mile High View”…The bigger picture is that intestinal permeability and microbiome disruption may underlie not only endometriosis but also many chronic systemic illnesses. The specific symptoms differ, but the pathophysiology is similar: food (or medication) consumption → increased intestinal permeability → microbiome disruption → inflammatory mediator release → chronic disease. So, while Dr. Mohling’s findings are directly relevant to endometriosis, they also apply broadly to many chronic conditions that conventional medicine struggles to manage. That said, Dr. Mohling is clear: for significant endometriosis, surgery is usually necessary to achieve meaningful symptom relief. Lifestyle measures are supportive but rarely sufficient on their own. Lifestyle Strategies for Endometriosis…In addition to a whole-food diet rich in fruits, vegetables, protein, and cultured dairy, Dr. Mohling recommends: * Vitamins C, D, and E * NAC (N-acetylcysteine) * Omega-3 fatty acids * Magnesium * Probiotics * Palmitoyl ethanolamide (PEA) — which Dr. Mohling was particularly enthusiastic about I would also suggest: * Assessing for bacterial or yeast/fungal overgrowth, or doing a therapeutic antifungal trial over 2-4 weeks if indicated by extensive antibiotic history. * Incorporating periodic fasting, such as the Prolon Fasting Mimicking Diet (five days a month for 6–12 months) to reduce immune activation and inflammatory mediators. * Considering supervised water fasting programs at centers like TrueNorth Health Center for carefully selected patients for 1-2 weeks. Kirk Hamilton PA-C Otter.AI Generated Interview Transcript Summary * Overview…Dr. Shanti Mohling, an OB-GYN surgeon, discussed her study on intestinal permeability in patients with endometriosis, published in the Journal of Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Disorders. The study found that 50% of endometriosis patients had intestinal permeability, compared to none in healthy controls and 10% in those with pelvic pain but no endometriosis. Dr. Mohling emphasized the importance of lifestyle changes, including a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, and the use of supplements like omega-3, vitamin D, and NAC. She also highlighted the need for surgery to manage endometriosis effectively. Introduction and Background of Dr. Shanti Mohling… * Kirk Hamilton introduces himself and the show's focus on endometriosis and intestinal permeability. * Dr. Shanti Mohling, an OB-GYN surgeon, is introduced as the guest. * Dr. Mohling shares her background, including her education in massage therapy and her transition to medical school. * Dr. Mohling discusses her current focus on surgical management of endometriosis in Portland, Oregon. Understanding Endometriosis and Its Etiology… * Dr. Mohling explains the etiology of endometriosis, emphasizing that it is not fully understood. * She describes the theory of retrograde menstruation and the role of unhealthy peritoneal fluid in endometriosis. * Dr. Mohling highlights the importance of a healthy internal environment in managing endometriosis. * Kirk Hamilton asks for clarification on endometriosis, and Dr. Mohling explains the process of endometrial tissue possibly migrating outside the uterus and/or the endometrial-like tissue was already present outside the uterus but do to multiple triggering factors caused the manifestation of the disease which could be the result of increased intestinal permeability or the disease process might increase intestinal permeability. Intestinal Permeability and Endometriosis… * Dr. Mohling discusses her study on intestinal permeability and endometriosis, noting that half of the patients with endometriosis also had increased intestinal permeability. * She explains that intestinal permeability can be transient and can improve with dietary changes. * Dr. Mohling emphasizes the association between intestinal permeability and endometriosis, but not the causality. * Kirk Hamilton and Dr. Mohling discuss the inflammatory nature of endometriosis and its impact on pain. Prevalence and Impact of Endometriosis… * Dr. Mohling estimates that 10% of females have endometriosis, which can range from mild to severe. * She describes the debilitating effects of endometriosis, including severe dysmenorrhea, infertility, and fibrotic lesions. * Dr. Mohling explains how endometriosis can manifest with IBS-like symptoms and debilitating cramping pain. * Kirk Hamilton asks about the symptoms of endometriosis, and Dr. Mohling emphasizes the importance of recognizing severe menstrual cramps, especially those that result in an emergency room visit for pain control. Lifestyle and Dietary Recommendations for Endometriosis * Dr. Mohling recommends a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins to improve gut health and manage endometriosis. * She advises limiting processed foods, sugar, and alcohol to support gut health. * Dr. Mohling discusses the importance of a balanced diet, including moderate dairy products and cultured dairy. * She highlights the role of supplements like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, vitamin C, and NAC in managing endometriosis. Role of Surgery and Lifestyle Changes in Managing Endometriosis * Dr. Mohling emphasizes the importance of surgery in removing endometriotic lesions but also stresses the need for lifestyle changes. * She discusses the impact of long-term use of NSAIDs and the development of intestinal permeability. * Dr. Mohling mentions the role of the microbiome in estrogen metabolism (recycling and resorption of estrogen) and its impact on endometriosis. * Kirk Hamilton and Dr. Mohling discuss the potential benefits of fasting and dietary interventions like the fasting-mimicking diet. Challenges and Controversies in Endometriosis

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  4. Did The Covid Vaccine Increase Mortality from All Causes Compared to Those Not Vaccinated Between April 21 and May 2023? An Interview with Jarle Aarstad, PhD...

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    Did The Covid Vaccine Increase Mortality from All Causes Compared to Those Not Vaccinated Between April 21 and May 2023? An Interview with Jarle Aarstad, PhD...

    Did The Covid Vaccine Increase Mortality from All Causes Compared to Those Not Vaccinated Between April 21 and May 2023 An Interview With Jarle Aarstad, PhD Jarle Aarstad, PhDWestern Norway University of Applied SciencesBergen, Norwayjarle.aarstad@hvl.no(8/2025) “Mortality involving and not involving COVID-19 among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated in England between Apr 21 and May 23.” F1000Research 2025, 14:133. (article accessed here) PDF AbstractPreviously titled: “The temporal protection and declining health of the COVID-19 vaccinated in England: A 26-month comparison of the mortality involving and not involving COVID-19 among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated.” Kirk Hamilton: Can you please share with me your educational background and current position? Jarle Aarstad: I am an economist with a PhD in business administration from the NHH Norwegian School of Economics. Now I am a full professor at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, formally in innovation and entrepreneurship, with numerous publications, including in leading journals. Mostly, I use quantitative methodologies. Over the past few years, my research focus has shifted towards topics related to COVID-19 and vaccination, utilizing similar quantitative approaches. KH: What got you interested in studying the mortality difference between the Covid vaccinated and non-vaccinated during the time period of April 2021 to May 2023? JA: I had conducted country-level studies on vaccination and excess mortality, and I was interested in examining whether person-level data publicly available aligned with my previous research findings. Apr 21 to May 23 is the whole period for which the data are publicly available. If the period were extended, of course, I would include them in my study – the more data, the better. Having said that, the period available gives a fairly good insight into what happened in the aftermath of the vaccine rollout. KH: Can you tell us about your study and the basic results? JA: The study compared monthly mortality rates among vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals aged 10 years and older in England during the specified period. In my study, vaccinated individuals were those who had received at least one dose. The data provided is age-standardized, meaning that different age distributions among vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals are accounted for. However, observing differences in mortality may nonetheless be attributed to vaccine hesitancy, which raises concerns. That is, those not taking the vaccine may likely have inferior health at the outset, which can complicate isolating a genuine vaccine effect. To address the issue, I decided to compare all-cause mortality and mortality excluding COVID-19. (access article and figures here) Figure 1A particularly at the beginning of the period shows relatively high mortality among unvaccinated, but as the pattern is similar in Figure 1B concerning mortality not involving COVID-19, a large chunk of the difference can be attributed to unvaccinated having inferior health at the outside (the basic argument in that the vaccine cannot prevent mortality not involving COVID-19). Having said that, comparing the results from those figures, Figure 2A shows that the all-cause mortality, i.e., mortality including COVID-19 (between unvaccinated vs. vaccinated) was higher than mortality not involving COVID-19 (between unvaccinated vs. vaccinated) between July 21 and Jan 22 (the green vs. the orange plot). Having said that, there is a steady decrease in mortality among the unvaccinated compared to the vaccinated (best illustrated in Figure 3), or in other words, a steady increase in mortality among the vaccinated compared to the unvaccinated. I cannot find another explanation than the vaccine inducing a long-term increase in mortality. Together, the vaccines may have limited the relative increase in mortality among vaccinated individuals for a short period, but the overall trend points in a negative direction. KH: Did you expect to see a reduction in mortality from Covid initially in the Covid vaccinated group? JA: According to other research, which claims a temporal protective effect, yes. Nation-level analyses I have done show similar trends during the same period (but I have started doubting my previous conclusions, which is a topic for a study I am currently working on). KH: Can you explain why difference in mortality might have not been do to the Covid vaccine protection but the poorer initial health of the non-vaccinated? JA: As Figure 1B excludes mortality related to COVID-19, the only reason for the difference, particularly at the beginning of the period, in my opinion, is that unvaccinated individuals initially had poorer health. That we also know from other research. In Norway, 30% lower mortality among young vaccinated compared to unvaccinated people cannot be attributed to the vaccine since practically zero young people have died from COVID-19 here. KH: When did you notice those vaccinated started having an increase in overall mortality from all causes? JA: In Figure 3, you can observe that it increased among vaccinated individuals from the beginning of the period and decreased among unvaccinated individuals (possibly before, but I don’t have data). On the conservative end, the first months may have been outliers, but the overall trend is nonetheless as reported. KH: How do your findings reflect on the overall mortality increase in those who took the Covid vaccine? Is the vaccine the probably causative agent? JA: The vaccine is probably the causative agent, or at least, I cannot find other plausible explanations for the trends observed in Figs. 2A and 3 (the rollout may theoretically explain it, but I have discussed that). As the period followed an earlier period of excess mortality, one would expect a decrease in mortality; however, this is only observed among the unvaccinated. KH: If this observation is correct of increased overall mortality in those vaccinated with limited benefit of the vaccine it sounds like the Covid vaccine is something that should not be implemented? JA: I agree with you. The vaccine has caused substantial harm, with very few, if any, benefits. KH: Do you have any idea of the causative agent (s) in the Covid vaccine that may be causing an increase in overall mortality (i.e. altered spike protein delivered via lipid nanoparticles being produced for an in-determinant amount of time causing inflammation to vascular, neuronal, reproductive and oncogenic susceptible tissues, or viral contaminants, etc.) JA: As an economist, an expert in numbers but not specifically in medical issues, I leave that issue to other experts. KH: Do we know how long the spike protein remains in the body? JA: Again, I leave that for other experts. KH: How would you further study this topic to corroborate your concerning findings. JA: I have studied international data (from 39 countries with more than one billion people) that I have followed over three years, from 2021 to 2023, as well as US county data (with over 2000 observations) that I have also followed over the same period. Additionally, I conducted a study on young people in England, which revealed a significant increase in deaths in the weeks following vaccination. The pattern was similar for each dose. KH: Thank you for your time and excellent science and courage to publish these findings. I look forward to sharing your future studies on this critically important subject. Highlights… CANCER - BREAST - MELANOMA - PROSTATE CANCER - FENBENDAZOLE - Fenbendazole Linked to Remission or Near-Remission in Three Stage IV Cancer Patients.1) A REVIEW OF IVERMECTIN USE IN CANCER PATIENTS: IS IT TIME TO REPURPOSE IVERMECTIN IN CANCER TREATMENT?2) BREAST - PROSTATE MELANOMA - Fenbendazole as an Anticancer Agent? A Case Series of Self-Administration in Three Patients. CANCER - POST-VACCINE - MECHANISM - New Study Defines Mechanisms of Post-Vaccine “Turbo Cancer” Peer-reviewed research from Drs. Paul Marik and Justus Hope links COVID-19 mRNA vaccines to “turbo cancer,” detailing five biological pathways that may drive aggressive, fast-growing cancers — Peer-reviewed research from Drs. Paul Marik and Justus Hope links COVID-19 mRNA vaccines to “turbo cancer,” detailing five biological pathways that may drive aggressive, fast-growing cancers — Independent Medical Alliance and Justus R. Hope, Aug 12, 2025.COVID-19 mRNA-Induced "Turbo Cancers" Abstract COVID 19 - VACCINATION - MORTALITY FROM - Norway Exposes Cover-Up of Global Death Surge Among Covid-Vaxxed. Dr. William Makis MD, Covid Intel, Aug 17, 2025. 1) Mortality involving and not involving COVID-19 among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated in England between Apr 21 and May 23. Previously titled: The temporal protection and declining health of the COVID-19 vaccinated in England: A 26-month comparison of the mortality involving and not involving COVID-19 among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated. PDF TURBO CANCERS - SPIKE PROTEIN - Webinar: Journal of Independent Medicine No. 3 & Turbo Cancer Deep Dive. Dr. Joseph Varon and Dr. Paul Marik present the latest issue of the Journal of Independent Medicine, spotlighting the groundbreaking Turbo Cancer study by Dr. Marik and Dr. Justus Hope. Independent Medical Alliance. Aug 16, 2025. VACCINE - BILL GATES - HARM - Bill Gates’ Covid ‘Replicon’ mRNA ‘Vaccines’ Cause ‘Severe Blood Abnormalities’ in 93% of Recipients. Dr. William Makis MD, Covid Intel, Aug 14, 2025. VACCINE HISTORY - HARM - 300 Years of Vaccine History Hits The Highwire John Leake and Dr McCullough Join Del Bigtree to Expose the Truth. (video interview) Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Aug 23, 2025. 1) Europe Approves Bill Gates’ Covid ‘Replicon’ mRNA ‘Vaccine’ for Public Use. Frank Bergman, Slay, February 28, 2025.1) Vaccines Mythology, Ideology, and Reality, John Leake, Peter A. McCullough, 240 pages, July 29, 2025. VA

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  5. Intergenerational Day Centers: A New Wave in Adult and Child Day Care an Interview with Dr. Neda Norouzi, PhD

    AUG 19

    Intergenerational Day Centers: A New Wave in Adult and Child Day Care an Interview with Dr. Neda Norouzi, PhD

    Intergenerational Day Centers: A New Wave in Adult and Child Day Care and Interview with Dr. Neda Norouzi, PhD Neda Norouzi, PhD, M.Arch, MURP, B.Env.DSchool of Architecture + PlanningThe University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio, TX 78703, neda.norouzi@utsa.edu “Intergenerational Day Centers: A New Wave in Adult and Child Day Care. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023 Jan 1;20(1):809. Abstract Kirk’s Comments: I was first intrigued by this article by the possible positive health aspect for both age groups but, especially the elderly interacting together. From reading about Blue Zone cultures to my own experiences with my grand children being around youth and young life can keep you thinking and acting younger and challenging you in life giving ways. Then after reading about Dr. Norouzi’s background as an architect and education in urban planning I thought do we really want municipalities and local governments to fund and implement such facilities. I have concerns about governmental waste and bureaucracy and the safety concerns of the young children around adults. I ask about them in the interview. If I was going to have a person try and put together such a facility and program in a private business or municipal setting Dr. Neda Norouzi checks all the “positive” boxes of someone who could do this with multidimensional expertise. First her love of family and her “great” grandparent stories and love of children let you know right off how she values family. After she immigrated to this country she worked in daycare for years. Then she has all the academic credentials for urban planning and architecture. And because of her passion for the topic she is the perfect person to oversea such an endeavor. A very interesting topic. I hope you enjoy our conversation. Kirk (Otter.Ai Generated Summary of Interview Transcript) Intergenerational Day Centers: Introduction and Guest Background * Kirk Hamilton introduces the topic of intergenerational day centers and his guest, Dr. Neda Norouzi, a PhD from the University of Texas at San Antonio. * Dr. Norouzi shares her educational background, starting from her birth in Iran, her move to the U.S., and her initial job at a daycare center. * She discusses her transition from child development courses to studying architecture and urban planning, influenced by her interest in solving public problems. * Dr. Norouzi explains her master's thesis on intergenerational programs, inspired by her personal experiences with her great-grandparents. Personal Experiences and Research Journey * Dr. Norouzi recounts her experiences with her great-grandparents in Iran, which influenced her interest in intergenerational design. * She describes her master's thesis on intergenerational programs and how it led to her job in DC and further research. * Dr. Norouzi shares her journey to obtaining a PhD in architecture, focusing on intergenerational design, and her involvement with Generations United. * She highlights the importance of understanding the client-designer relationship and the impact of her research on designing for intergenerational centers. Benefits of Intergenerational Programs * Kirk Hamilton and Dr. Norouzi discuss the benefits of intergenerational programs for both the elderly and children. * Dr. Norouzi emphasizes the energy and physical activity that older adults experience when interacting with children. * She notes the cognitive benefits for older adults, such as improved memory and cognitive functions. * For children, Dr. Norouzi highlights the love and unconditional support they receive from older adults, as well as the academic and social-emotional skills they develop. Designing Intergenerational Centers * Dr. Norouzi explains the importance of designing intergenerational centers that facilitate organic interactions between children and older adults. * She discusses the challenges of integrating intergenerational activities into existing facilities and the need for dedicated spaces. * Dr. Norouzi shares examples of successful intergenerational centers and the types of activities that are conducted. * She emphasizes the need for flexible designs that allow for different levels of interaction and the importance of supervision to ensure safety. Challenges and Future of Intergenerational Centers * Dr. Norouzi addresses the challenges of implementing intergenerational centers, including the need for city involvement and funding. * She discusses the potential for private businesses to see the benefits of intergenerational centers and invest in them. * Dr. Norouzi shares her vision of having intergenerational centers become a common feature in every city. * She reflects on the importance of these centers in a society where families are often geographically dispersed, providing non-familial interactions that foster understanding and connection between generations. * Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Website * Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried. * ”Source” the Documentary - The Science behind the practice. Highly recommended. * Proof - Stories of Transformation (listen to a few stories of transformation from serious health problems) * Stories of Transformation - YouTube Channel * Research: The Science Behind Mind/Body Healing and Meditation * Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Book: Becoming Supernatural Falun Dafa – Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance Brief Introduction to Falun Dafa Books & Recent Writings of Mr. Li HongzhiVideo & Audio MaterialsTake an Online Class Kirk Hamilton PA-CHealth Associates Medical Group3301 Alta Arden, Suite 3Sacramento, CA 95825(916) 489-4400 (w)krhammer@surewest.netwww.StayingHealthyToday.comwww.HealthyLivingforBusypeople.com www.KwikerMedical.com Get full access to Staying Healthy Today at stayinghealthytoday.substack.com/subscribe

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  6. What is the Evidence and Possible Mechanisms of How Meditation Can Change Our Biology to Prevent or Reverse Serious Disease in the Individual & In Those Who Receive Intentional Meditation From Others.

    AUG 16

    What is the Evidence and Possible Mechanisms of How Meditation Can Change Our Biology to Prevent or Reverse Serious Disease in the Individual & In Those Who Receive Intentional Meditation From Others.

    What is the Evidence and Possible Mechanisms of How Meditation Can Change Our Biology to Prevent or Reverse Serious Disease in the Individual and In Those Who Receive Intentional Meditation From Others… Hemal H. Patel, PhDProfessor & Vice-Chair for Development and AdvancementDirector, UCSD Cardiac/Neuro Protection Laboratories VA Research Career Scientist, VA San Diego Healthcare SystemDepartment of Anesthesiology, University of California, San DiegoBiomedical Sciences Building, Mail Code 0629, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA 92093-0629. e-mail: hepatel@ucsd.edu (08/13/25) Meditation-induced bloodborne factors as an adjuvant treatment to COVID-19 disease. Brain Behav Immun Health. 2023 Aug 7;32:100675. PDF Key Findings… * Length of meditation practice may influence susceptibility and management of COVID-19. * Blood plasma from mediators can limit viral infection in cultured lung cells. * Meditation elevates SERPINA5, a major player in coagulation and the immune response. * Regular meditation practice can improve well-being by modulation of biological processes. “Multidimensional Analysis of Twin Sets During an Intensive Week-Long Meditation Retreat: A Pilot Study,” Mindfulness (N Y). 2025;16(6):1634-1655. PDF Key Findings… * Meditation may increase a family of proteins called “plasmalogens” that act as antioxidants – which protect us from a number of chronic diseases and have an anti-aging effect. * Meditation may increase tryptophan metabolism. This leads to the production of serotonin – a vital mood regulator; and melatonin – a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. * Meditation may elevate proteins in the blood that lead to tissue repair and regeneration. (Otter.Ai Generated Summary of Partial Transcript) Initial Research Findings and Personal Experiences Dr. Patel shares his initial skepticism and eventual participation in meditation events, which led to significant personal and professional insights. He describes the unique research environment at meditation events, where participants are controlled for various factors, making it easier to study biological changes. Dr. Patel highlights the dramatic biochemical shifts observed in novice meditators compared to experienced meditators and controls. He discusses the potential for meditation to impact a wide range of diseases, drawing parallels to the development of pharmaceutical drugs for specific diseases. Biological Measurements and Data Collection Dr. Patel explains the comprehensive data collection at meditation events, including wearable devices, blood samples, saliva, and stress markers. He describes the use of video diaries to capture participants' facial expressions and speech, which can be analyzed for changes in biology. Dr. Patel discusses the goal of providing biofeedback to participants, allowing them to monitor their meditation practices and health. He highlights the unexpected prevalence of mental health and other diseases among meditation event participants, suggesting a broader impact of meditation on health. Meditation and Biological Changes Dr. Patel elaborates on the biological changes observed in meditation participants, including shifts in the microbiome, heart rate variability, and brainwave patterns. He describes the concept of the "human collectome," encompassing all measurable biological factors in an individual. Dr. Patel discusses the potential for meditation to create a synergistic effect when combined with Western medical treatments, such as chemotherapy for cancer. He shares his personal approach to health, emphasizing the importance of combining various therapies and maintaining an open mind. Covid-19 Study and Meditation Dr. Patel explains the study on meditation-induced factors as an adjuvant treatment for COVID-19, which was conducted using pseudo viruses to simulate the SARS-CoV-2 virus. He describes the survey data showing that avid meditators had less severe COVID-19 symptoms and faster recovery times. Dr. Patel details the laboratory experiments showing that plasma from meditators inhibited the virus from entering cells, suggesting a protective effect. He identifies serpin A5 as a key protein elevated in meditators, which may contribute to this protective effect. Twin Study and Socialization Dynamics Dr. Patel discusses the twin study, which explored the socialization and connectedness of identical and fraternal twins during a week-long meditation retreat. He describes the methodology, including separating twins at specific times during the retreat to measure their individual and collective changes. Dr. Patel highlights the significant biological divergence observed in twins during the retreat, followed by a convergence at the end. He speculates on the potential for socialization and connectedness to influence biological changes, beyond genetic factors. Future Research and Conclusion Dr. Patel mentions ongoing studies on the effects of meditation on aging, involving pairs of individuals with a 30-year age difference. He discusses the potential for meditation to improve healthy aging and the importance of multi-generational interactions. Dr. Patel touches on the concept of distant healing, where groups focus on individuals remotely, and the preliminary data showing significant biological changes. He concludes by emphasizing the need for further research to validate these findings and explore the mechanisms behind meditation's health benefits. * Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Website * Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried. * ”Source” the Documentary - The Science behind the practice. Highly recommended. * Proof - Stories of Transformation (listen to a few stories of transformation from serious health problems) * Stories of Transformation - YouTube Channel * Research: The Science Behind Mind/Body Healing and Meditation * Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Book: Becoming Supernatural Falun Dafa – Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance Brief Introduction to Falun Dafa Books & Recent Writings of Mr. Li HongzhiVideo & Audio MaterialsTake an Online Class Kirk Hamilton PA-CHealth Associates Medical Group3301 Alta Arden, Suite 3Sacramento, CA 95825(916) 489-4400 (w)krhammer@surewest.netwww.StayingHealthyToday.comwww.HealthyLivingforBusypeople.com www.KwikerMedical.com Get full access to Staying Healthy Today at stayinghealthytoday.substack.com/subscribe

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  7. Don't Spend Your Money...Go For a Walk....

    AUG 11

    Don't Spend Your Money...Go For a Walk....

    Glen Jeffery, PhD, BSc Professor of NeuroscienceInstitute of Ophthalmology, University College London11-43 Bath St, London EC1V9EL, UK g.jeffery@ucl.ac.uk (08-07-25 ) “Longer wavelengths in sunlight pass through the human body and have a systemic impact which improves vision. Sci Rep 15, 24435 (2025) Full Article & Abstract [Below is a ChatGPT summary of the unedited transcript from the video above with the article abstract with ChatGPT instructed to summarize and improve the grammar of the interview. This abbreviated summary was approved by Dr. Glen Jeffery and Kirk Hamilton PAC] Improved Vision, Mitochondrial Function, and the Potential Benefits of Long-Wavelength Red Light Therapy An Interview with Professor Glen Jeffery, PhD, BScProfessor of Neuroscience, Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London Interviewed by Kirk Hamilton, PACHost, Staying Healthy Today ShowRecorded: August 7, 2025 KIRK HAMILTON:Hi everyone, I’m Kirk Hamilton, your host of the Staying Healthy Today Show—where we explore the fields of nutrition, prevention, and integrative lifestyle medicine. Today, we're diving into a fascinating topic: how longer wavelengths of light, specifically red and infrared, can improve vision and mitochondrial function. When I saw the title of Professor Glen Jeffery’s recent study, “Longer Wavelengths in Sunlight Pass Through the Human Body and Have a Systemic Impact Which Improves Vision,” I was immediately intrigued. As someone who loves sunlight and believes it's benefits are more than just vitamin D I was very interested in talking to him. So, joining us from London is Professor Glen Jeffery, PhD, Professor of Neuroscience at the Institute of Ophthalmology at University College London. Dr. Jeffery, thank you so much for being here today. GLEN JEFFERY:Thank you, it’s a pleasure. Why This Research? KIRK HAMILTON:Let’s start at the beginning. What inspired you to study red and infrared light, and what were you hoping to discover? GLEN JEFFERY:Great question. About 15 years ago, I started seeing consistent evidence in the scientific literature showing that long-wavelength light—particularly in the red and near-infrared spectrum—has beneficial effects on cellular metabolism, particularly in mitochondria. I also wanted to translate our lab findings into real-world scenarios, which is often a missing step in science. So, we did something simple: we exposed people to sunlight and measured what wavelengths actually passed through their bodies. We found that infrared light from the sun does penetrate through the torso, and we measured it coming out the back. That surprised us—but physicists had predicted it. Then, we recreated that sunlight exposure in the lab using specific LED wavelengths (830–860 nm) and tested how that affected vision and mitochondrial function. The results were consistent: infrared light exposure improved vision, even when the eyes themselves weren’t directly exposed. How Light Affects Mitochondria—and Vision KIRK HAMILTON:So how exactly does this type of light improve vision and mitochondrial function? GLEN JEFFERY:Well, mitochondria are the energy factories of your cells. When you hit them with long-wavelength light, they produce more ATP, the energy currency of the cell. That supports improved cellular function across the board. Now, the retina has more mitochondria per cell than almost any other tissue, so it’s an ideal place to see an effect. We used a simple visual test—colored letters on a noisy background—to measure color contrast sensitivity. It’s an easy metric, and we saw improvements within 24 hours of exposure. Sunlight vs Red Light Therapy Devices KIRK HAMILTON:Was the light in your studies natural sunlight, or did you use red light therapy devices? GLEN JEFFERY:Both. Sunlight has enormous amounts of infrared light—more than any LED device can reproduce. In the study, we first tested people outside and measured which wavelengths passed through their bodies. Then we created a lab device mimicking those wavelengths and got the same positive results indoors. Clothing doesn’t block the infrared light, by the way—it attenuates it slightly but still lets it through. So whether you're wearing a shirt or not, sunlight’s longer wavelengths can still reach your tissues. Practical Applications: Just Go for a Walk KIRK HAMILTON:So, for the average person—is just getting outside for a walk is enough? GLEN JEFFERY:Absolutely! Keep your credit card in your pocket and go for a walk. You’ll get all the infrared light you need—free of charge—and it’s incredibly beneficial. Even on cloudy days, there’s still plenty of scattered infrared light. Water in the clouds does scatter it, but it doesn’t eliminate it. There’s no excuse not to go outside. Critical Care, Architecture, and Incandescent Bulbs KIRK HAMILTON:So how does this research apply in places like hospitals or care homes? GLEN JEFFERY:Hospitals and modern buildings are a problem. Most indoor lighting is LED-based, which contains zero long-wavelength infrared light. That’s why we’ve been working with critical care units in major London hospitals to introduce light sources that enrich the environment with infrared. One of the best solutions? Old-fashioned incandescent bulbs. They produce a smooth spectrum of light, very similar to sunlight, including plenty of infrared. They’re cheap, effective, and much better than most “full-spectrum” LEDs. Unfortunately, they're being phased out in both the US and UK for energy efficiency reasons. But from a health perspective—especially for mitochondrial function—incandescents are far superior. Real-World Impacts: Grip Strength, Vision, Inflammation KIRK HAMILTON:Have you seen other measurable benefits besides vision? GLEN JEFFERY:Yes, other researchers in London have shown that grip strength improves with similar light exposure. That’s a big deal for aging populations. Better grip strength means improved motor function, fewer falls, and longer healthspan. There’s also a fantastic study from a U.S. city where they planted thousands of trees and found that residents' CRP levels—an inflammation marker—went down. Trees reflect infrared light. So, just walking through greenery can shower you in therapeutic infrared. On Aging, Vision, and Public Health KIRK HAMILTON:You mentioned earlier vision and aging. Can regular exposure to this light help prevent vision loss, like macular degeneration? GLEN JEFFERY:Yes, we’ve shown that older individuals experience improved color vision after red light exposure. I did a clinical trial for macular degeneration that didn’t succeed—likely due to patient selection—but another UK trial just finished and showed significant benefits in early-stage macular degeneration. This kind of light could become a non-invasive therapy for age-related conditions where mitochondrial decline plays a central role. Final Thoughts: Simple, Free, and Effective! KIRK HAMILTON:This has been incredibly eye-opening. Any final thoughts you'd like to share? GLEN JEFFERY:Sure. Let me say it again: Don’t spend your money. Just go for a walk. The cardiovascular benefits of walking are well known, but now we know it also recharges your cellular batteries—your mitochondria. And to be clear, I have half a dozen expensive red light devices sitting in my office—sent to me by companies. Some of them have $15 worth of parts and sell for thousands. The science doesn’t require that. Just step outside. KIRK HAMILTON:That’s a great way to end. Go for a walk, recharge your mitochondria, and save your money. Thank you, Dr. Jeffery, for your time, your research, and for bringing this down to earth. GLEN JEFFERY:My pleasure, Kirk. Stay well. Key Takeaways: * Infrared light (830–860 nm) from sunlight penetrates deeply through the body and boosts mitochondrial function. * This improves vision, grip strength, motor skills, and likely reduces inflammation. * Sunlight is more effective than most red light therapy devices—and it's free. * Even clothing doesn’t block therapeutic infrared light. * Modern lighting—especially LED—removes infrared, potentially impacting long-term health. * Incandescent bulbs offer a more natural light spectrum and may support better health indoors. Kirk’s Comments: * Dr. Jeffery and colleagues work confirms my own personal experience that feeling better in sunlight goes beyond vitamin D but could be the energy and well-being enhancement of improved mitochondrial function and ATP production (and vitamin D!). * How convenient that you can get a beneficial ATP boosting effect even with your clothes on and even on an overcast day and you are walking through trees! All you have to do is go outside and walk! * The designing of the new Mayo Clinic building on the east coast that will be mostly glass, and Dr. Jeffery’s discussion about patients being close to windows in the critical care units dong better, reminds me after my colon cancer surgery (colectomy). As I was walking in the hospital hallways and I would sit with my back up against the window and feel the warm of the sun coming through the window and how good that felt! Stimulating mitochondria I bet! * I think of how many conditions and patients could improve just by walking or exercising outside! * It was very intriguing that grip strength improved by those getting longer wavelengths of light. * And for those that have macular degeneration get out side and get exposed to full spectrum light. * It left with me a smile on my face with incandescent lights being potentially healing and how we have tried to do away with them. If I can I am going to get a few lamps with incandescent lights for my home. * When in doubt. Keep your wallet in your pocket and go for a walk even on a cloudy day or under trees. You will still get some benefit from full spectrum long wavelength healing light. Your ATP producing mitochondria with

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  8. AUG 4

    "PHYSICS DEMONSTRATES THAT INCREASING GREENHOUSE GASES CANNOT CAUSE DANGEROUS WARMING, EXTREME WEATHER OR ANY HARM."

    Highlights… PHYSICS DEMONSTRATES THAT INCREASING GREENHOUSE GASES CANNOT CAUSE DANGEROUS WARMING, EXTREME WEATHER OR ANY HARM. More Carbon Dioxide Will Create More Food. Driving Greenhouse Gas Emissions to Net Zero and Eliminating Fossil Fuels Will Be Disastrous for People Worldwide. SUMMARY FULL PAPER by1) Richard Lindzen, PhD, Professor of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences, Emeritus, Massachusetts Institute of Technology2) William Happer, PhD, Professor of Physics, Emeritus, Princeton University CLIMATE - GLOBAL WARMING - The Climate Alarmism Grift is Dying. Tim Lynch, Tim’s Substack, Outside the Wire Inside the Loop Jul 08, 2025. NUCLEAR WAR - DEVASTATION - Tulsi Gabbard Understands the Dangers of Nukes in the Wrong Hands. We couldn't allow Iran to have a nuclear bomb. Tulsi Gabbard, Jul 31, 2025. (Must Watch Video) NUCLEAR WAR - LEADERS -MENTAL ILLNESS - PHYSICAL ILLNESS: Nearly Half of Nuclear‑Armed Leaders Governed with Severe Mental or Physical Illness. Analysis of 51 deceased leaders from nine nuclear powers reveals widespread .impairment — including dementia, depression, addiction, heart disease, and Parkinson’s disease. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points/Courageous Discourse, Jul 30, 2025.1) The frequently impaired health of leaders of nuclear weapon states: an analysis of 51 deceased leaders. COVID VACCINATION - LIVES SAVED -REBUTTAL - Latest Ioannidis paper claiming millions of lives saved is nothing more than "Turtles All The Way Down". The new Ioannidis paper claiming millions of lives saved is built on garbage inputs. Ioannidis refuses to look at the record-level data that shows he's wrong. Steve Kirsch, Steve Kirsch's newsletter, Jul 28, 2025. Who is Steve Kirsch’s. Vaccine Safety Research Foundation. COVID VACCINATION - LIVES SAVED - REBUTTAL - JAMA Modeling Study Claims COVID-19 Vaccines Saved Lives: Seven Threats to Validity. Debunked by Flawed Assumptions, Uncontrolled Confounding, and Institutional Bias. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points/Courageous Disourse, Jul 28, 2025. COVID VACCINATION - MORTALITY - The single most convincing COVID vaccine harm signal to date. Mortality increased each time they gave a new dose. This kind of dose-response temporal pattern is considered one of the strongest forms of circumstantial evidence in observational epidemiology. Steve Kirsch’s Newsletter, Jul 31, 2025. HUMAN TRAFFICKING - UNITED STATES - How Traffickers Prey on America’s Youth: Jaco Booyens, American Thought Leaders, Jan Jekielek, EPOCH Times, Jul-24-2025. “…“A quarter to a half of the exploitation that’s happening to our own nation’s youth ... it’s a caregiver doing it—it’s a familial figure,” Jaco Booyens says.He is the founder of Jaco Booyens Ministries (JBM), an anti-human trafficking organization working to protect American children from predatory exploitation. “We’re talking about a $52 billion industry of buying and selling predominantly women and children inside this country—American citizens. The discussion about an immigrant child or an immigrant in the country is a completely separate conversation,” he says…” INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION (INVASION) - PANAMA - UNITED NATIONS - DARIEN GAP - DEATH - RAPE - Update from Darien Gap, Panama. Some Informed Ramblings -- United Nations on another Feed and Neutralize the Children Campaign. Michael Yon, Michael’s Newsletter, July 14, 2025.Comment: International Migration or “Invasion” as migration expert Michael Yon calls it up through the dangerous Darien Gap where thousands have lost their lives and have been assaulted and raped all facilitated by the United Nations, the U.S. Government and NGOs such has HIAS (Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society). The murderer of the U.S. citizen Laken Riley came up through this exact path (see pictures). Michael Yon is a world renown combat war correspondent (former Green Beret & Special Forces soldier) and has reported and lived in Panama and frequents the Darien Gap as well as travels the world reporting on this type of geopolitical issue and war before it happens and tries to warn the U.S. government, individuals and the international community. He also frequently reports and shows evidence of China’s (Chinese Communist Party) influence and presence in the Panama Canal. WAR - GAZA - STARVATION - INSIDE GAZA - US Green Beret Veteran Tony Aguilar Details the Shocking War Crimes He’s Witnessing in Gaza. The Tucker Carlson Show, July 31, 2025. Nutrition, Prevention and Integrative Medicine… AGING - DIET - BEANS - LEGUMES -5 Delicious Ways to Eat a Cup of Beans Each Day By Tim Cebula, Blue Zones News Letter, July 2025.1) Savory Roasted Chickpeas2) Sardinian Pasta Fagioli3) One-Hour, Crowd-Feeding Chili4) Red Beans And Rice5) Lentil Gnocchi6) Ikarian Longevity Stew With Black Eyed Peas7) Okinawan Rice and Bean Sprouts8) Black Bean Breakfast Burritos9) Panchita’s Gallo Pinto10)Miso Soup with Vegetables11) Black Bean Chocolate Chunk Brownies12) Bush Beans - Blue Zones AGING - DIET - CARBOHYDRATES - WOMEN - The Truth About Carbs For Women’s Health, According To Science, By Ava Durgin, , MindBodyGreen, July 28, 2025. 1) Dietary Carbohydrate Intake, Carbohydrate Quality, and Healthy Aging in Women. AGING - PRESCHOOL - INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAMS - What Happens When You Integrate a Preschool into a Long-Term Care Facility? Joy and Purpose for All. By Aislinn Kotifani, Blue Zones Newsletter, 2025.1) Multigenerational Living Is the New Rapidly Growing Trend.2) Intergenerational programs: What can school-age children and older people expect from them? A systematic review.3) MAKING THE CASE FOR INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAMS.4) Intergenerational Day Centers: A New Wave in Adult and Child. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE - EGG - Association of Egg Intake With Alzheimer’s Dementia Risk in Older Adults: The Rush Memory and Aging Project. (“…These findings suggest that frequent egg consumption is associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s dementia and AD pathology, and the association with Alzheimer’s dementia is partially mediated through dietary choline…”). Kirk’s Comment: Eggs are one of the more frequent allergens/food intolerances while on paper good nutritionally. If you eat them daily or 3-4 times per week take two weeks off and see if any annoying symptoms go away or come back upon reintroduction. Eggs also have been associated with Type 2 diabetes. Make sure you are trim and have an hemoglobin A1C 5.6 or less if you are an egg eater. BLOOD PRESSURE - BEET JUICE - Ageing modifies the oral microbiome, nitric oxide bioavailability and vascular responses to dietary nitrate supplementation. “…Greater blood pressure benefits from supplemental dietary nitrate in older compared to younger people are mediated primarily by the suppression of potentially harmful oral bacteria, that have been associated with ammonia production…” BRAIN VOLUME - MAGNESIUM - Dietary magnesium intake is related to larger brain volumes and lowerwhite matter lesions with notable sex differences. CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE - COCOA FLAVONOL - Effect of cocoa flavanol supplementation for the prevention of cardiovascular disease events: the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS) randomized clinical trial. CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT - Systematic Review Finds Devastating Cardiopulmonary Adverse Events after COVID-19 Vaccination. Thousands of Papers Identified Heart and Lung Damage, Biased AI Falsely Claims "Rare and Mild". Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Point/Courageous Discourse, Jul 29, 2025. COGNITIVE FUNCTION - CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE - Wild blueberry (poly)phenols can improve vascular function and cognitive performance in healthy older individuals: a double-blind randomized controlled trial. COGNITION - SLEEP - This One Sleep Habit Might Matter More Than Hours Slept For Cognitive Health, By Ava Durgin, MindBodyGreen, July 25, 2025.1)Lower slow wave sleep and rapid eye movement sleep are associated with brain atrophy of Alzheimer’s disease-vulnerable regions.2) β-Amyloid accumulation in the human brain after one night of sleep deprivation.3) The Dynamic Relationship between the Glymphatic System, Aging, Memory, and Sleep.4) The effect of caffeine on subsequent sleep: A systematic review and meta-analysis.5)Exercise improves the quality of slow-wave sleep by increasing slow-wave stability.6) The effect of alcohol on subsequent sleep in healthy adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. COLORECTAL CANCER - VITAMIN D - Vitamin D’s Potential Role in Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Immune Health.COLORECTAL CANCER - VITAMIN D - Vitamin D and Colorectal Cancer Prevention: Immunological. “…Maintaining optimal vitamin D levels and adequate dietary intake is crucial in preventing CRC and improving patient prognosis…” DEMENTIA - IVERMECTIN Testimonial in Dementia - 92 year old mother in Japan has incredible response to low dose Ivermectin in her last months. Dr. William Makis MD, Covid Intel, Aug 01, 2025. DEPRESSION - MAGNESIUM - Magnesium Depletion Linked to Depression and How to Replenish It Effectively. Personalized nutrition strategies offer new hope for low magnesium and mood disorders. By Zena le Roux, EPOCH Times, 7/28/2025.1) Magnesium depletion score and depression: a positive correlation among US adults.2) Dietary Magnesium Intake in Relation to Depression in Adults: A GRADE-Assessed Systematic Review and Dose–Response Meta-analysis of Epidemiologic Studies. DIABETES RISK - SUGAR - 'Drinking your sugar is more problematic for health than eating it' 1) Dietary Sugar Intake and Incident Type 2 Diabetes Risk: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies. DIABETES RISK - VITAMIN D - Vitamin D Helps Balance Blood Sugar & Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk. By Morgan Chamberlain, MindBodyGreen, July 21, 2025.1) Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in Qingdao, China.2) Vitam

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Practicing physician assistant in nutrition, prevention, integrative and lifestyle medicine since 1983 who will discuss practical guidelines and share links and research dealing with individual, community and societal health through personal commentary and interviews. stayinghealthytoday.substack.com

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